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Education Beyond High School: Preparing Academically and Financially - Tuesday, November 18, 2003
Time: 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM ET
“(T)he earlier that students and their families become informed about the pathway to higher education, the better their chances for success.”
- Secretary Rod Paige
Now, more than ever, we live in a world where what you earn is tied directly to what you learn. Statistics show that over a lifetime of work, a person with a bachelor’s degree earns nearly twice as much as a worker with only a high school education. With most high-skill, high-wage jobs of the 21st century requiring mastery in math and science, solid communications skills, proficiency with technology, and advanced technical knowledge, education beyond high school - whether vocational, technical, or professional – is rapidly becoming the passport for success.
Now more than ever, postsecondary education is affordable and within reach, but both academic and financial preparation must begin early. Research shows that academic success in college is directly related to the rigor of the coursework leading up to that point. Therefore, parents and students need to carefully prepare for college – starting as early as the middle grades – to build the academic foundation for the future. Early financial planning is also a critical component in the college equation, and over the past decade, programs ranging from state college savings plans to Federal tax credits and 529 plans have helped millions of families plan for their children’s academic future. With over $60 billion in Federal student aid, grants and loans, and billions more available through private scholarships, State and local programs or in exchange for military or volunteer service, college is within reach for everyone.
This special November edition of Education News will answer questions such as:
- How will the No Child Left Behind Act improve our nation’s high schools and help all students to be better prepared for postsecondary education?
- Why is some form of education beyond high school important for all students? What kinds of postsecondary options are available?
- What types of courses should students take at the middle and high school level to ensure they are prepared for postsecondary education?
- How is the Department of Education helping historically underrepresented minority groups prepare for and succeed in college?
- When should parents and students start thinking about saving for college, and what programs are available to help?
- How is it financially possible for students to attend the college of their choice?
- Where can families go for reliable, free information on academic and financial preparedness for education beyond high school?
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